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IND-W vs SA-W 3rd T20I Preview Dream11 Prediction

Charbel Coorey

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September 25, 2019 at 11:48 pm

IND-W vs SA-W 3rd T20I Preview Dream11 Prediction

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In front of a vocal, sizeable crowd in Surat, India snuck home in nervy fashion to take a 1-0 series lead in their best of five series against South Africa. Unfortunately, rain had the full say second time around, completely washing out the second match.

In regards to the cricket, the Indians were well placed for a total larger than their eventual 130/8 in the opening T20I. They recovered from Lizelle Lee’s fast start to then choke the South African batswomen through spin. The starts for India, Mignon du Preez’ superb lone hand and shaky fielding were the themes of a tight first match. Who will take out the third T20I?

Also read: Why it is wrong that India picked Shikhar Dhawan over KL Rahul for the South Africa T20Is

Key to an India win

Five of India’s top six reached double figures in the opening T20I. Only skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (43) made a score of note, which puts onus on the likes of the experienced Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues to set the best possible platform for the Indian middle order. Given that the South African made crucial fielding blunders under pressure in the first match, the Indians would be well advised to make the running and force South Africa to respond well.

However, it was a fine night out on the bowling front for India’s spinners. Expected to play a key role against non-Asian opposition on the slow, low Surat track, Radha Yadav, Harmanpreet Kaur, Poonam Yadav and player of the first match Deepti Sharma delivered, combining for eight of the 10 wickets to fall. Can they again build pressure on South Africa, forcing shots in the air and across the line?

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Key to a South Africa win

The South Africans have to believe they can bounce back. They were right in the contest for much of the first T20I, with key fielding blunders and a loss of regular wickets at crucial times costing them dearly. Apart from the excellent Mignon du Preez, the South Africans were either too early into their shots or too quick to play across the line against the spinners. Good use of the feet, whilst looking to hit straight, will be the way to go. Can the likes of Lizelle Lee, Laura Wolvaardt and du Preez form the rock of South Africa’s batting?

But, there were positives with the ball for South Africa. Shabnim Ismail, a consistent performer, was wonderful once again in the first T20I. With India’s top order bar Shafali Verma containing plenty of experience, Ismail will again be key in making inroads up top, along with her ability to take wickets at the death. South Africa bowled quite well as a unit first time out, and will need to do so again to restrict the Indian lineup.

Possible Playing 11

15-year old Shafali Verma couldn’t score on her T20I debut. India should give her another chance, meaning Harleen Deol waits her turn. Also, Pooja Vastrakar might be lucky to keep her place after conceding 18 off her one over in the opening T20I.

India: 1. Shafali Verma, 2. Smriti Mandhana, 3. Jemimah Rodrigues, 4. Harmanpreet Kaur (c), 5. Deepti Sharma, 6. Veda Krishnamurthy, 7. Pooka Vastrakar, 8. Radha Yadav, 9. Taniya Bhatia (wk), 10. Shikha Pandey, 11. Poonam Yadav

On a pitch aiding spin, Nonkululeko Mlaba didn’t have the best debut. However, like India, South Africa should persist with the team that gave it a red-hot go in the first match.

South Africa: 1. Lizelle Lee (wk), 2. Tazmin Brits, 3. Laura Wolvaardt, 4. Nadine de Klerk, 5. Mignon du Preez, 6. Sune Luus (c), 7. Nondumiso Shangase, 8. Shabnim Ismail, 9. Ayabonda Khaka, 10. Tumi Sekhukhune, 11. Nonkululeko Mlaba

Pitch and Conditions

There is a chance of rain once again in Surat. In the first T20I, the pitch was quite low and slow, suiting spinners and seamers who bowled nice and straight.

Stats and Facts

India have won four of the past five completed matches vs South Africa.
Harmanpreet Kaur will play her 98th T20I match. She has 134 runs at an average of 33.50 in seven matches vs South Africa.
Smriti Mandhana in T20Is in 2019: 7 matches, 273 runs, average: 39.00, SR: 142.93.
Mignon du Preez is set to play her 93rd T20I. Her 59 in the first T20I was a total bigger than all her previous three innings combined in 2019 (34).

Fantasy Cricket Prediction

Also read: MyTeam11 vs Dream11: Which platform is better for you?

MyTeam11 (regular) Prediction: Taniya Bhatia (wk), Mignon du Preez, Harmanpreet Kaur (vc), Smriti Mandhana, Jamimah Rodrigues, Sune Luus, Nadine de Klerk, Deepti Sharma (c), Shabnim Ismail, Poonam Yadav, Radha Yadav

Dream11 Prediction

Option 1:

Option 2:

Match Prediction

South Africa had their moments in the first T20I and I expect them to have good moments in the second match, too. However, provided the weather allows for a full match, India should have enough to win.

Thanks for reading!

Also read: Why it is wrong that India picked Shikhar Dhawan over KL Rahul for the South Africa T20Is

Why it is wrong to pick Shikhar Dhawan over KL Rahul in T20Is

Charbel Coorey

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September 24, 2019 at 11:51 pm

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Why it is wrong to pick Shikhar Dhawan over KL Rahul in T20Is

Written by Sparsh Telang and Charbel Coorey

India’s drawn T20I series against South Africa in September 2019 was a bit of a roadblock in their preparations for the 2020 World T20. After all, they were the hosts, and despite missing some key bowling personnel, their top three alone had more T20I experience than the entire South Africa squad.

However, India, with their 5-0 series win in New Zealand in early 2020, went a long way to answering many of their questions. One of them was the much-thought about number four slot, which Shreyas Iyer made a great case to make that position his.

However, another talking point is the opening position; there is little reason to play Shikhar Dhawan over KL Rahul when T20I cricket is back underway, and this article will explain why.

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Comparing both records

Shikhar Dhawan did have a passable series against South Africa in September 2019 and then against Sri Lanka in January 2020. However, Dhawan’s overall T20I statistics are quite mediocre.

Shikhar Dhawan in T20Is:

Innings – 59
Runs- 1,588
Average – 28.35
SR – 128.27
50s – 10
100s – 0

The 33-year-old has 10 half-tons in 59 innings, making it one in every 5.9 matches; not quite as prolific as should be the case for one of India’s finest ODI openers. At the same time, Dhawan doesn’t even have a breathtaking strike-rate to hide behind.

In fact, Dhawan has been a below-par batsman in the shortest format of the game for the majority of his career. Since 2013, Dhawan has never averaged above 25 in T20Is in a calendar year, except for 2018. In 12 innings in 2019, Shikhar Dhawan didn’t score a 50, with a very low strike-rate of 110.56.

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Contrast this to KL Rahul. The Kings XI Punjab opener, of whom no player has more IPL runs since 2018, has a fine T20I record, boosted further by a superb run of form in late 2019-early 2020.

Innings – 38
Runs – 1,461
Average – 45.65
SR – 146.10
50s – 11
100s – 2

In contrast to Dhawan, KL Rahul’s average in a calendar year has never dropped below 36. Moreover, he crosses 50 in every 3.4 innings, with a terrific strike-rate to boot.

So, when Shikhar Dhawan missed cricket due to injury in late 2019 and India decided to rest Rohit Sharma in January, KL Rahul justified his fine record and took full advantage. His incredible run of form from the November series against Bangladesh through to the January/February series in New Zealand was highlighted by his superb ratio of half-century to innings, scoring six 50+ scores in 14 innings during this period. Overall, he slammed 562 runs in 14 innings at an average of 46.83 and strike rate of 143, surely putting to bed the idea of playing Shikhar Dhawan over KL Rahul when everyone is fit and raring to go.

Also read: Should India persist with KL Rahul in Test Cricket?

Alternative solutions, should KL Rahul not open

Beyond any doubt, KL Rahul is a superior option to Shikhar Dhawan in T20Is. It is quite extraordinary that one of India’s best T20I batsmen has been consistently in-and-out of the side. He indubitably should be a part of the eleven in the shortest format of the game, no matter be it in the middle-order, since batting position doesn’t affect KL Rahul’s class in T20s: He averages 41.15 whilst opening, 33.12 at No. 3 and 87.00 at No. 4.

Another thing that India might consider doing is sending Kohli to open at play KL Rahul at No. 3. In the last seven years in the IPL, Kohli has scored 3773 runs from exactly 100 innings – he hit more runs and more hundreds than any other player in the tournament. Out of the 100 innings he batted, 55 came as opener where he scored runs at an average of 52.21 and SR of 143.63.

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So, will it be KL Rahul to open the batting by the time the World T20 comes around? It would certainly be unfair to keep Rahul on the sidelines in T20Is before the tournament, and then have pressure placed on him to perform right away on the big stage.

However, it is in India’s best interest to have Shikhar Dhawan as a back-up opening batsman in the shortest format of the game. In terms of the numbers and ability, KL Rahul should definitely be preferred over Dhawan.

Written by Sparsh Telang and Charbel Coorey

Also read: Should India persist with KL Rahul in Test Cricket?

Will Guyana Amazon Warriors break their CPL duck?

Charbel Coorey

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September 24, 2019 at 11:00 pm

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Will Guyana Amazon Warriors break their CPL duck?

Guyana Amazon Warriors, captained by Pakistani Shoaib Malik, have had quite the CPL journey so far. The Warriors have enjoyed great consistency in CPL cricket, reaching the playoffs in all six campaigns leading into the 2019 season. However, they have finished runners up on an incredible four occasions, with their performance in 2016 particularly disappointing.

Now, CPL 2019 sees the Warriors set to reach the playoffs again after a fantastic first half of the season where they won each of their first six games. So, will 2019 be the year where the exciting Warriors finally lift the CPL Title? In this article, we make the case why this is the year that the Warriors finally go all the way.

Great mix of experience and youth added to the squad in 2019

The addition of the likes of Shoaib Malik, Afghan legspinner Qais Ahmed, Brandon King and World Cup centurion Nicholas Pooran has added another dimension to the Guyana team in 2019.

In particular, the experience of Malik has made an impact on the Warriors. His strong CPL 2019 campaign to date has ensured that Guyana can enjoy crucial runs from its middle order, on the back of strong starts from the hard-hitting top order.

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Long, balanced batting lineup

In the Warriors’ huge win over Jamaica Tallawahs, Australian Chris Green, who is a fair T20 batsman, came in at number eight. Such an in-depth batting lineup can hold the Warriors in fine stead when the big games roll around, as they have several players that can step up when required throughout the innings.

Also, Guyana’s mix of power and finesse is a key factor as to why they are CPL 2019’s form team. Brandon King and Chandrapaul Hemraj have been in the runs so far, giving the Warriors the fast starts that the middle order can play off. With the experience of Malik sandwiched hitting ability of Shimron Hetmyer, Nicholas Pooran, Sherfane Rutherford and Keemo Paul, it could very well be that this is the year that Guyana’s batting truly fires in the big games.

Magnificent spin attack

Big totals are a common theme in CPL cricket. After all, the power on display is magnificent. So, teams with potent, capable bowling attacks will have big roles to play come the big matches.

Guyana is a team with an attack that can deliver when it counts.

Headlined by Imran Tahir, part of Chennai Super Kings’ run of success in IPL cricket, the Warriors have both a wicket and run-limiting option throughout the innings. Add to Tahir the miserly Chris Green, who has made a career out of bowling overs in the powerplay, as well as new addition Qais Ahmed, who has made a positive start to his CPL 2019 campaign.

Indeed, with seamers often going the distance so far in CPL 2019, quality spin can be key in building pressure. Guyana have perfected this so far, limiting teams to low scores in a high-scoring tournament to date. They have it in them to continue to do so when the playoffs come around.

Previous experience will spur them on

Four lost finals in six years can be hard to take. Several players in this Guyana side have experienced defeat in a Final, including Hetmyer, Rutherford, Green and Tahir. However, the Warriors look determined to right the wrongs this time around, as they look to learn from their shortcomings from previous campaigns.

Past experience in big games can very well give the Warriors an edge in this season’s CPL.

Ban T20 Tri-Series Final: BAN v AFG Preview Dream11

Charbel Coorey

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September 23, 2019 at 8:33 pm

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Ban T20 Tri-Series Final: BAN v AFG Preview Dream11 & MyTeam11 Prediction. Bangladesh vs Afghanistan T20 Preview Dream11 & MyTeam11 Prediction

When it comes to international cricket’s fledgling rivalries, Bangladesh vs Afghanistan is one to keep an eye on. With a number of closely fought ODI battles, Afghanistan’s Test win on Bangladesh soil, followed closely by Bangladesh’s T20I fightback, the stage is set for an interesting Tri-Series Final.

In the end, the two sides expected to reach the Final did so. Zimbabwe disappointed until their final match, where Hamilton Masakadza had the perfect farewell. However, what might not have been expected was Bangladesh topping the table considering their mostly barren run in T20Is over the past few years, in contrast to Afghanistan who had entered this series with 10 straight wins under their belt. Shakib Al Hasan delivered the goods in the pre-Final rehearsal a few nights ago, as Rashid Khan, worryingly, is in doubt due to a hamstring injury picked up in the same game.

Also read: Will Rohit Sharma succeed as a Test opener?

Key to a Bangladesh win

Despite three wins in four matches, Bangladesh aren’t without their issues. The lack of input from their openers is an area for concern, as is the ill-discipline on show from experienced players. Shakib, after a poor first three games, hit form with a fine knock last time out. He has to deliver again. Indeed, if he can walk in after a solid opening stand this time around, he and Bangladesh’s middle order can be tasked with finishing well rather than rebuilding. Can Liton Das in particular convert attractive play to a substantial score?

However, what will be really pleasing for Bangladesh is how their bowlers have fared in the past two games. After Afghanistan’s openers set a strong platform last time out, Bangladesh combined as a unit to stifle the progress of the dangerous Afghan middle order. The form of Mustafizur Rahman is a key area of focus, but if the likes of Mohammad Saifuddin and Shafiul Islam continue their good form, both the Fizz and spinners can create wicket-taking opportunities.

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Key to an Afghanistan win

It has been a tournament of two halves for Afghanistan when it comes to their batting. The first two games saw them lose early wickets, with the middle order left with a recovery job. To paint a picture, Afghanistan were 19/3 in their first meeting against Bangladesh. They finished with 164/6. In their second meeting, they fell from 75/0 to 138/7.

After two games, the trio of Asghar Afghan, Najibullah Zadran and Mohammad Nabi had 250 runs between them off 162 balls. The next two games? Just 27. Such a fall has hurt Afghanistan after openers Rahmanullah and Hazratullah have put on an 83 and 75 run-stand in the past two games respectively. Can the Afghans get things right across all stages of the innings this time?

Also, with Rashid Khan set to be hampered with injury if he does take the field, much rests on Mohammad Nabi and Mujeeb ur Rahman in the spin department. However, the seamers have a crucial role in building pressure, which can reap rewards as the Bangladeshi batsmen are prone to poor shot selection. Can the likes of Naveen-ul-Haq, Karim Janat and Gulbadin Naib deliver the goods?

Possible Playing 11

The form of Liton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto and Sabbir Rahman is a concern for Bangladesh. However, the Tigers might guard against too many changes for a Final.

Bangladesh: 1. Liton Das, 2. Najmul Hossain Shanto, 3. Shakib Al Hasan (c), 4. Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), 5. Mahmudullah, 6. Sabbir Rahman, 7. Afif Hossain, 8. Mosaddek Hossain, 9. Mohammad Saifuddin, 10. Shafiul Islam, 11. Mustafizur Rahman

Afghanistan will be sweating on the fitness of Rashid Khan. He was still able to bowl last game with his injury, but went the distance by Shakib in a crucial over in the run chase.

Afghanistan: 1. Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), 2. Hazratullah Zazai, 3. Asghar Afghan, 4. Najibullah Zadran, 5. Mohammad Nabi, 6. Gulbadin Naib, 7. Shafiqullah, 8. Rashid Khan (c), 9. Karim Janat, 10. Naveen-ul-Haq, 11. Mujeeb ur Rahman

Pitch and Conditions

The Final will be held in Mirpur after the second half of the league stage was played in Chittagong. Teams batting first won two of three matches at SBNS this series. There is a good chance of rain in the evening in Dhaka.

Stats and Facts

After 12 straight T20I victories, Afghanistan have now lost two matches in a row.
Bangladesh’s win in the last T20I was just their second against Afghanistan in six meetings against them.
Asghar Afghan, Mohammad Nabi and Najibullah Zadran have scored just 27 runs between them in the last two T20Is. The corresponding figure from the first two T20Is was 250.
Bangladesh only won their first multi-team tournament earlier this year, after beating West Indies in the Ireland Tri-Series Final before the World Cup.

Fantasy Cricket Prediction

MyTeam11 (regular) Prediction: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Hazratullah Zazai, Mahmudullah, Afif Hossain, Shakib Al Hasan (c), Mohammad Nabi (vc), Mosaddek Hossain, Naveen-ul-Haq, Mujeeb ur Rahman, Mustafizur Rahman, Mohammad Saifuddin

Option 1:

Option 2:

Match Prediction

An interesting match that could depend on the availability of Rashid Khan. Bangladesh have some momentum from their last match that could hold them in good stead for the Final. Bangladesh to win, just.

Thanks for reading!

Also read: Will Rohit Sharma succeed as a Test opener?

India v South Africa 3rd T20I Preview Dream11 & MyTeam11

Charbel Coorey

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September 22, 2019 at 12:49 pm

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India v South Africa 3rd T20I Preview Dream11 & MyTeam11 Prediction. IND vs SA 3rd T20I Preview Dream11 & MyTeam11 Prediction

South Africa’s sub-continent assignment was expected to be a challenging one. Expectations turned to reality as they fell to a convincing defeat in Mohali, after the rain played spoilsport in Dharmasala. A complete turnaround is needed at the traditionally high-scoring ground that is the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

India, only challenged by Quinton de Kock and Temba Bavuma’s threatening stand, were mostly in cruise control in the first T20I. The bowlers were miserly as much as Shikhar Dhawan and Virat Kohli in particular were irresistible, producing a clinical performance as part of their World T20 preparations. Indeed, they are favourites to take this series 2-0.

Also read: Will Rohit Sharma succeed as a Test opener?